About the neighborhood

Belmar offers a well-rounded neighborhood with a variety of nearby businesses for daily needs. The area benefits from excellent cycling infrastructure, making bike trips convenient and safe. Multiple bus lines run through the neighborhood, providing transit options within easy reach. Access to grocery stores, cafes, and restaurants is highly convenient, with these amenities located close to residences. Educational facilities such as primary schools are found nearby, supporting basic learning needs. The neighborhood’s atmosphere is calm, with minimal traffic noise contributing to a peaceful setting. Although parks are located in adjacent neighborhoods, public green spaces are easily accessible from most parts of Belmar.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling by bicycle is convenient in Belmar as there are many bike lanes. Belmar is also conducive to pedestrians; many common errands can be run without the use of a car, and various businesses are moderately close by. The transit system in this part of the city is not very practical. Nonetheless, the neighborhood is linked by a few bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. On the other hand, this part of the city is car friendly. It is easy to come across a place to park.

Services

Locals will find that no matter where their house is located in this neighborhood, primary schools are nearby. In contrast, it can be difficult to reach high schools from properties for sale in Belmar. Regarding eating, it is very often possible for home buyers in Belmar to purchase their groceries as pedestrians. Moreover, there are a good number of choices for those who value nearby restaurants and cafes. It is also very easy to get to a variety of clothing stores without the use of a car.

Character

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a neighborhood, Belmar is a good option. Even though the ambience is not the liveliest in this part of Lakewood, the vibe is still quite lively around its main streets, and places to go out at night are well-spread throughout the neighborhood. Belmar is great for those who enjoy a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are generally very peaceful. It is very easy to reach green spaces in the neighborhood since there are around 10 of them nearby for residents to visit.

Car friendly6.4

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly6.4

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.8

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants8.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries8.8

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk